Oracle · 1 week ago
Senior Director Data Center Engineering
Texas, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$162K/yr - $338K/yr
10+ years expOracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) is seeking an accomplished Senior Director of Data Center Engineering to lead advanced engineering initiatives for OCI’s hyperscale data centers. This role involves overseeing critical functions related to data center design and operations while driving innovation, efficiency, and resiliency across OCI’s global infrastructure.
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Responsibilities
Lead a global engineering team supporting OCI’s data center design and operations through advanced analysis, modeling, and validation
Oversee CFD modeling of airflow and thermal performance to optimize facility and IT cooling strategies
Direct dynamic power distribution modeling, including integration of on-site generation systems, grid interconnection, and stability analysis
Establish engineering standards and simulation methodologies to validate design intent and operational performance
Develop and implement telemetry and data analytics frameworks for IT equipment (ITE) and infrastructure to improve efficiency and resiliency
Act as the primary engineering interface with OCI hardware development and architecture teams, ensuring alignment between ITE requirements and data center capabilities
Partner with data center design, construction, and operations teams to ensure engineered solutions scale reliably and sustainably
Provide technical leadership in evaluating emerging technologies, renewable integration, and AI/ML-driven optimization strategies
Present engineering strategies, risk assessments, and performance metrics to senior executives and stakeholders
Mentor and grow a high-performing team of engineers, fostering innovation, technical excellence, and collaboration
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field (Master's degree preferred)
10+ years of experience in data center engineering, design, or operations, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role
Proven expertise in CFD modeling, power distribution modeling, and electrical grid/OSG integration
Strong knowledge of IT hardware requirements, infrastructure systems, and service-level engineering practices
Experience with telemetry systems, data collection, and analytics for performance optimization
Demonstrated success in leading complex, large-scale engineering programs in fast-paced environments
Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills with the ability to influence cross-functional and executive stakeholders
Preferred
Master's or PhD in Engineering, Applied Physics, or a related technical discipline
Experience with hyperscale cloud or AI-driven data center infrastructure
Expertise in renewable energy integration, OSG microgrids, and advanced energy storage technologies
Familiarity with AI/ML-based predictive modeling, automation, and optimization in data centers
Strong vendor and partner management experience in engineering services and technology development
Background in both greenfield and retrofit/expansion data center projects
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance, including expert medical opinion
Short term disability and long term disability
Life insurance and AD&D
Supplemental life insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child)
Health care and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts
Pre-tax commuter and parking benefits
401(k) Savings and Investment Plan with company match
Paid time off: Flexible Vacation is provided to all eligible employees assigned to a salaried (non-overtime eligible) position. Accrued Vacation is provided to all other employees eligible for vacation benefits. For employees working at least 35 hours per week, the vacation accrual rate is 13 days annually for the first three years of employment and 18 days annually for subsequent years of employment. Vacation accrual is prorated for employees working between 20 and 34 hours per week. Employees working fewer than 20 hours per week are not eligible for vacation.
11 paid holidays
Paid sick leave: 72 hours of paid sick leave upon date of hire. Refreshes each calendar year. Unused balance will carry over each year up to a maximum cap of 112 hours.
Paid parental leave
Adoption assistance
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Financial planning and group legal
Voluntary benefits including auto, homeowner and pet insurance
Company
Oracle
Oracle is an integrated cloud application and platform services that sells a range of enterprise information technology solutions.
10001+ employees
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